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New research attempts to untangle the conflicting literature on whether statins and SSTIs are linked.
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Results from a retrospective cohort comparing metformin vs. sulfonylurea use in reduced kidney function.
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DE-MRI shows asymptomatic patients are undergoing small, silent heart attacks.
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Resistant hypertension and type 2 diabetes lead to both microvascular and macrovascular complications.
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Breast milk is deemed to be the “best” for baby, but what are the additional benefits for mothers and their long-term health?
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